1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari Dino | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | 66 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1390 mm |
